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47 of 47 found the following review helpful:
 I keep going back to this book Sep 19, 1999
A friend gave me this book--is it because I complain about my kitchen all the time? I looked through it. Then I looked through it again. And again. Now I have post-it notes all over it. The only problem is that there are TOO many ideas! But now I'm ready to redo my lousy kitchen. I want a place to eat and a second sink and a pantry and....Great book for anyone who wants to do or redo their kitchen.
44 of 44 found the following review helpful:
An Aptly Titled Book to Spark Ideas for Your Kitchen Jul 30, 2000
By kd
I've been through this book cover to cover four times in four days. One pass to admire and sigh at all the beautiful AND functional kitchens Ms. Kellar has compiled. Another to start to identify elements and components I personally like. Then again to try and determine which of those would fit in the space I have to work with--and the personality of my home. I've finally begun to read the accompanying text and study the floor plans, both of which make this much more than just a collection of stunning kitchen photographs. If you're planning to remodel your kitchen or you're building a house and want to design one that fits you and the way you cook, get this book before you meet with a kitchen designer or architect. It will not only help you decide what you want and but also enable you to articulate your vision more clearly to the folks you hire to do the work.
57 of 59 found the following review helpful:
 Good for what it is Aug 11, 2000
By David Wihowski
I won't repeat what so many other reviewers have aptly said: that it is a wonderful book with beautiful photos and good ideas.My comment, or criticism, is for readers who are serious cooks (i.e. they cook frequently for more than 2 or 3 people, and when they cook it is not just "microwave" or "instant" cooking). The book does not help much in dealing with design issues from the perspective a a serious cook. There are many ways modern kitchen design can be improved for serious cooks, but this books does not sufficiently address them. This book is great as far as it goes, but if you are serious about cooking you might want to tap some other sources as well.
35 of 35 found the following review helpful:
This is a great book if you want to remodel your kitchen Feb 13, 1999
This book is bursting with information about remodeling and has gourgeous color photos of various kitchens. It was a great asset for me when I remodeled my kitchen. I would recommend this book to anyone remodeling or changing their kitchen. The color-coding idea for the different sections of the book makes for easy reference. The author, Joanne Bouknight, should be commended.
33 of 34 found the following review helpful:
An Indispensable Guide for the Renovator or for Fantasy! Jun 08, 2000
By drdebs
This is a great all-around book for anyone who is fantasizing about or seriously contemplating renovating their kitchen. The title is just right: this is an IDEA book that goes beyond pretty pictures to give you valuable information about surface options, cabinets, pantries, appliances, and lighting. The pictures are beautifully produced and give unusually useful shots of a variety of styles of kitchen and living spaces. Detailed floor plans for many of the designs add to the value of thesepictures for the home improver. I found some of the most helpful sections those on cabinet accessories, pantry ideas, and the pros and cons of various countertops. There is also invormation on kitchen accessibility. I know that this book will change the way you think of your kitchen and what it could be. Knowing about all of the possible options can really help you to create the kitchen of your dreams (if you can afford it! )
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